2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 166 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 92 L |
